2014 Canada $3 Fine Silver Coin Animal Architects: Caterpillar and Chrysalis
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This stunning coin
is the third in the Royal Canadian Mint's popular series that depicts
the architects of Canada's natural world-including the Monarch
caterpillar, which encases itself in a chrysalis before emerging as a
beautiful butterfly.
This $3 coin is 99.99% pure silver, with a
diameter of 27 millimetres and a metal weight of 7.96 grams. The reverse
image, by Canadian artist Trevor Tennant, features a beautifully
detailed side profile of a Monarch caterpillar. Selective colour
application showcases the caterpillar's bright yellow, black and white
stripes as it crawls along a bright green milkweed leaf-a plant that
plays an integral part in the Monarch's early life cycles. A large
chrysalis is engraved in the background as a reminder of the Monarch's
next stage, at which time it will enclose itself during its
metamorphosis into one of Canada's most recognizable butterflies. Above
the image, the face value of "3 DOLLARS" is engraved, along with the
date "2014" to the right side, and the word "CANADA" below. The obverse
features the effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II by Susanna Blunt.
Specifications: Composition: 99.99% fine Silver Mintage: 10,000 Weight (g): 7.96 Diameter (mm): 27 Face Value: $3 Finish: Proof Edge: Serrated
Special Features: - The third and final coin the Royal Canadian Mint's animal architects series.
- Selective colouring brings to life the beautiful bright colouring of
the Monarch caterpillar, as well as the green tones of the milkweed leaf
it both inhabits and feasts upon. - The detailed rendition of the Monarch's chrysalis exemplifies the Royal Canadian Mint's renowned artistry and craftsmanship. - Crafted from fine silver (99.99% pure), this coin features a beautiful mirror-like proof finish. - Limited mintage of 10,000. - A beautiful gift for nature lovers.
- A striking addition to any insect-, Canadiana- or nature-themed
collection, or those featuring colour and photo-image designs.
Packaging: Maroon clamshell with black beauty box CoA included |
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- THIS ITEM IS TAX EXEMPT IN CANADAWE DO NOT SHIP TO CHINA OR THE RUSSIAN FEDERATIONplease see shipping section for other exclusions
we will combine shipping
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Citadel Coins Halifax, Nova Scotia Official Royal Canadian Mint Distributor
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